Cubic Feet per Minute to Liters per Second
Snapshot
1 Cubic Foot per Minute equals 0.471947 Liters per Second. Conversion Encyclopedia uses the same fixed conversion basis across the calculator, common values, and reverse page for this page.
- Reference basis: This conversion uses a fixed factor based on time-normalized rate definitions.
- Example: For 0.1 Cubic Feet per Minute, the result equals 0.047195 Liters per Second.
- Use the reverse page if you need the opposite direction with the same basis.
Use the interactive calculator below for custom values and the common-value table for quick checks.
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0.471947 Liters per Second (L/s)
SwitchExplanation
Formula: Liters per Second = Cubic Feet per Minute × 0.471947. Why: the route converts both units through liters per second using the exact cubic-foot definition and the matching time-base scaling.
Cubic Feet per Minute (cfm): an imperial volumetric flow unit widely used for airflow, ventilation, and HVAC system sizing.
Liters per Second (L/s): an SI-style volumetric flow unit used to express how many liters move each second.
This route is useful when translating between SI flow units and gallon- or cubic-foot-based reporting for pumps, piping, ventilation, and plant documentation.
This conversion is purely multiplicative because both units reduce through one liters-per-second flow basis with fixed unit-volume definitions and no offset.
Common Conversion Values
| Cubic Feet per Minute (cfm) | Liters per Second (L/s) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.047195 |
| 0.5 | 0.235974 |
| 1 | 0.471947 |
| 5 | 2.36 |
| 10 | 4.719 |
| 25 | 11.799 |
| 50 | 23.597 |
| 100 | 47.195 |
| 1,000 | 471.947 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 cubic foot per minute in liters per second?
1 Cubic Foot per Minute equals 0.471947 Liters per Second on this page.
What fixed factor powers this Cubic Feet per Minute to Liters per Second page?
The factor is derived by normalizing both units through liters per second, then applying the exact cubic-foot definition together with the route's matching time-base scaling.
When would I convert cubic feet per minute to liters per second?
This route is useful when translating between SI flow units and gallon- or cubic-foot-based reporting for pumps, piping, ventilation, and plant documentation.
How do I reverse Cubic Feet per Minute to Liters per Second?
Use the mirror Liters per Second to Cubic Feet per Minute route; it applies the inverse relationship with the same flow-rate assumptions.